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The New York Times Crossword Puzzle is legendary. But if you don't have that much time, the Mini Crossword is an entertaining substitute. The Mini Crossword is much easier than the old-school NYT Crossword, and you probably can complete it in a couple of minutes. But if you're stuck, we've got the answers. And if you could use some hints and guidance for daily solving, check out our Mini Crossword tips.
The Mini Crossword is just one of many games in the Times' games collection. If you're looking for today's Wordle, Connections and Strands answers, you can visit CNET's NYT puzzle hints page.
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Let's get at those Mini Crossword clues and answers.
Mini across clues and answers
1A
clue:
Subculture
with
dyed
black
hair
and
black
lipstick
Answer:
GOTH
5A
clue:
Grade
boost
after
a
tough
test
Answer:
CURVE
6A
clue:
"___
the
Horrible"
(classic
comic
strip)
Answer:
HAGAR
7A
clue:
Sidestep
Answer:
EVADE
8A
clue:
Ceiling
spinners
Answer:
FANS
Mini down clues and answers
1D
clue:
Green-and-pink
tropical
fruit
Answer:
GUAVA
2D
clue:
"Take
Me
Out
to
the
Ballgame"
instrument
Answer:
ORGAN
3D
clue:
Commercials
during
shows
Answer:
TVADS
4D
clue:
"Take
this"
Answer:
HERE
5D
clue:
"I
refer
to
everybody
as
'___'
because
it's
a
sign
of
respect"
(line
from
"The
Bear")
Answer:
CHEF
How to play more Mini Crosswords
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